Whiston Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Whiston's August 2025 crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents places the area 60.5% below the UK average, highlighting its position as one of the safer built-up areas within Rotherham. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32.3% of all incidents, followed closely by vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour, each contributing 19.4% of the total. This distribution suggests a focus on personal safety issues, though the overall low rate of violent crime—1.0 per 1,000 residents—was 65% below the UK average. The seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month, may have influenced crime patterns, with empty homes potentially increasing burglary risks. However, the absence of significant burglary reports in August indicates that this risk did not materialise. The area's crime profile reflects a mix of local factors, including its role as a commuter suburb within Rotherham, which may contribute to lower rates of property crime compared to more densely populated urban centres. The low rate of shoplifting, at 0.1 per 1,000 residents—84% below the UK average—suggests that retail areas in Whiston may be relatively secure, though the sharp increase in drug-related crimes raises questions about local enforcement and community engagement. These patterns underscore the combination of seasonal shifts, local demographics, and policing strategies in shaping crime outcomes.

August 2025 saw a sharp increase in drug-related crimes, with incidents rising by 300% compared to the previous month. This jump from one to four incidents suggests a potential shift in local dynamics, possibly linked to seasonal factors or unmet demand. Concurrently, vehicle crime also doubled, climbing from three to six incidents, a trend that may reflect increased car theft activity during the summer months. Conversely, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour both declined significantly, with shoplifting falling by 50% and anti-social behaviour dropping by 33.3%. These reductions align with the broader trend of lower overall crime rates, though they contrast with the sharp rise in drug-related incidents. The area's violent crime rate, at 1.0 per 1,000 residents, was 65% below the UK average, illustrating a stark contrast to national trends. For residents, the drop in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting offers a tangible benefit, suggesting that community efforts may have had some impact in curbing these specific issues.

Whiston's crime rate in August 2025 dropped to 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a decrease of 8.8% compared to July's rate of 3.5 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with a crime rate 60.5% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported per day, a figure that reflects the low overall volume of incidents. When considering the population of 9,627, the monthly exposure to crime was roughly one incident for every 311 residents. This means that, for the average resident, the likelihood of experiencing a crime in August was significantly lower than the UK-wide average, which would see one resident in every 124 affected by crime. The drop in violent crimes and anti-social behaviour further underscores the area's relative safety, though the rise in vehicle crime and drug-related incidents highlights emerging challenges that warrant closer monitoring.